Lions' CB Jonte Green will make first career start against Chicago Bears

Detroit Lions rookie cornerback Jonte Green will make his first career start against the Chicago Bears tonight. AP File Photo

CHICAGO -- Detroit Lions rookie cornerback Jonte Green will start against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football this evening.

Green will start because of injuries to cornerbacks Jacob Lacey (concussion) and rookie Bill Bentley (shoulder). Both players are not active tonight, which will give Green the first start of his career at right cornerback.

Detroit's secondary also has Alphonso Smith and Justin Miller coming off the bench. Smith was re-signed this past week, while was Miller re-signed earlier today. Both players are active and should receive playing time tonight.

Meanwhile, Lions defensive tackle Corey Williams is active for the first time since having knee surgery last month. Lions defensive tackle Nick Fairley will start against Chicago, but Williams is available to play.